Foul and Just

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Foul adjective - Not being in accordance with the rules or standards of what is fair in sport.

Usage example: an aggressive hockey player who is known for his foul play and readiness for a fight

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Just is an antonym for foul in topics: corrupt, disgusting.

Nearby Words: foulness, fouled, foully, fouling

Just adjective - Free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules.

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Foul is an antonym for just.

Nearby Words: justing, justed

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